Who wants to go to the US on holiday now?
It started with Canadians cancelling their trips south of the border. Now animosity towards the US administration has more travellers rethinking their plans.
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10 White Lotus-style hotels that won’t break the bank
The third season finished with a bang, several in fact, but don’t let that put a dampener on holiday plans. Try these on-location lodgings without the killer price tag or murderous plotline.
This region is South America’s best-kept travel secret
Too much Machu Picchu and Copacabana? Culturally curious travellers are winging it to this less-explored spot for its startling landscapes and historic lodgings.
This town needs Australian travellers more than ever
Jasper is a crucial stop for visitors to the Canadian Rockies. Last July, a wildfire ripped through a third of its buildings. How is it faring now? | WATCH VIDEO
The naked truth about a Japanese onsen experience
The first thing to consider about the onsen is whether being nude in public bothers you. This experience is all about purity, and the rules are non-negotiable.
Airline Reviews
‘The service on board is the best I have experienced in the air’
This airline’s new business class can’t come soon enough
‘Two lumps of salty dough studded with corn kernels and something green’
‘It’s incredibly comfortable and I had my best sleep on a plane’
What it’s like to fly business class on Garuda
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How to live the superyacht life without buying a boat
The demand for uber-luxe mega motor cruisers is on the rise, fuelled by a desire among travellers for exclusivity and VIP treatment.
I’ve been on 100 cruises and here are my top tips
Over the last 20 years, I have travelled the world and seen the most extraordinary places on almost every major cruise liner in the world. Here is what I have learnt.
Face to face with the ‘pirates’ of the Galapagos
This cruise brings you in close contact with all the weird and wonderful wildlife of the famed islands in Ecuador.
The new way to see Norway’s stunning coastline
This Scandinavian stalwart of cruising has revamped its ship Trollfjord and unveiled new voyages that allow guests to linger longer.
Does adventure travel mean you have to rough it?
A journey through this Central American country proves that a thrillingly active trip doesn’t mean staying in sub-standard accommodation.
The crucial lessons I’ve learnt from years of taking group tours
Many people turn up their nose at travelling in a pack, but there are good reasons to consider a fully escorted holiday.
10 best Australian restaurants worth travelling for
Our pick of leading new eateries around the country are the names to know when travelling domestically this season. While wildly disparate, they share a polished sensibility and a buzzy ambience.
The No 1 place for baseball fans to visit in Chicago
With the American season under way, you can step up to the plate at a famed ground in the Windy City.
Where to recreate Out of Africa’s most famous scene
Robert Redford and Meryl Streep’s 1985 blockbuster was shot in Kenya’s Maasai Mara reserve and you can now visit the golden savannahs featured in the film.
Can everyone please ditch carry-on and check in their bags?
I witnessed the tension among passengers fighting to fit their massive bags into overhead storage bins. It’s all getting a bit ridiculous.
There’s more to Finland than the northern lights
Half of this winter tour is spent above the Arctic Circle, but the aurora display is not the only reason to go.
The 9 most scenic walks in the world
From the Cortina Circuit in Italy to the Hollyford Track in New Zealand and Lofoten Islands in Norway, here are some unforgettable walks and how to do them.
This incredible Paris tour takes in sights you never knew existed
Cycling proves a wonderful way to see the city. It’s less tiring than walking, you don’t get footsore and the pace is perfect.
Why Melbourne’s first new major museum in 25 years is worth a visit
Housed in a former 1939 telephone exchange building, the new exhibits are familiar to some of us and alien to others.
‘Never mind Bintang beers on Kuta beach … There’s a greener, calmer, more soothing Bali’
This new resort is far from the crowds and hubbub, and offers astonishing views of one of the island’s most iconic landmarks.
The most peaceful way to explore one of Tasmania’s favourite places
Paddling in kayaks crafted from trees hundreds of years old gives visitors a fresh perspective on this treasure in the wilderness.
Baillie Lodges unveils a new-look luxury retreat
This much-loved New Zealand property has reopened after a major makeover. Step inside to find out what it’s like.
10 of the hottest places to dine in Byron Bay right now
The northern NSW holiday town and its fertile surrounds are a magnet for foodies as well as beach lovers. These are the top restaurants to book for your next visit.
Greenland lays out the welcome mat for tourists, but not Trump
The US president wants to control the country, and now his deputy has barged in uninvited. Greenlanders, however, are pursuing a different kind of visitor.
Review: The historic hotel where Melbourne’s elite play
Located just minutes from ‘millionaire’s row’ on the Mornington Peninsula, the renovated property has a new rooftop where the people watching is almost as good as the views.
One of the world’s most magical places is just across the ditch
Some places seem to exist outside reality. Here, it feels as though we are bathed in a symphony of starlight, the heavens ablaze. It’s hard to keep my eyes on the ground, let alone my feet.
The festival that lights up the Red Centre
Alice Springs is home to the world’s only Indigenous light festival, which is a free 10-day convergence of art, music, food and culture.
Are you fit enough to stay at this high-tech wellness retreat?
By blending digital tech, expert advice and savvy design, this new luxury hotel aspires to be the ultimate retreat for fitness fans and wellbeing devotees. Ready to sweat?
The outback glamping experience you can reach by train
A relaxing 26-hour rail journey from Brisbane brings you to this Queensland outpost where modcons and luxurious touches come cloaked in canvas.
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